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- Chapter excerpt from BRAG! The Art of Tooting Your Own Horn Without Blowing It - by (Warner Books, May 2004, $13.95)
Have you ever berated yourself for missing a golden opportunity to talk about yourself and your accomplishments because you were fearful of coming off as too showy or self-serving? How come so many of us can only think of the right things to say about ourselves ...
Views: 2045 - Living the Balanced Life - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2010 from Jack ZufeltFamily life is always in flux, and sometimes these changes can be subtle, or take place over time. It is easy to say that we all need to achieve balance in our lives, but it can be hard to do-especially when we think balance means spending equal time in each area of life. Mothers can't ...
Views: 2045 - Happy Family at Holidays? Not So Fast - by Submitted on Nov 21, 2009 from Mary Jane Hurley BrantFor many people, family gatherings during the Happy Holidays aren't so happy. While most of us enjoy getting together at holidays, mixed feelings of love, anxiety and confusion often collide. But why in the world would family holidays cause consternation or anxious feelings? Why would family ...
Views: 2044(5 votes) - “Style - An Important Factor In Buying Wingtip Shoe” - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2009 from Trevor SoaresWhile buying a pair of wingtip shoes, one may think about the style, price, color and especially about comfort. These factors are important when you are purchasing a pair of wingtip shoes. Amongst all the above mentioned factors, style is the most important factor. These wingtip shoes ...
Views: 2044(2 votes) - Be Pro-active in Preventing Diabetes - by Submitted on Jan 04, 2012 from Kathy SmithAn apple a day keeps the doctor away. Sure, we don't want to get sick and need a doctor. But that doesn't mean you shouldn't see your doctor regularly. Along with that apple, you should be including routine physical examinations as a part of your overall health care. Doctors are not the enemy. ...
Views: 2043 - The RE-Emergence of the Divine Feminine Spirit - by Submitted on Apr 28, 2011 from Rebecca CherryAs the Divine Feminine spirit continues to awaken within each one of us through her gentle and compassionate voice, the winds of change will continue to break down the old and outworn system of patriarchal global dominance. While on one hand, this process can seem daunting and even ...
Views: 2042 - What Does it Mean to Be Wealthy? - by Submitted on Dec 28, 2011 from Deborah BishopHave you ever considered what it might mean to you, to be wealthy? Beyond the fantasy of winning the lotto or striking it rich on some far fetched opportunity, have you truly ever pondered the reality of being a wealthy individual? Or has the idea of this remained stuck in some fantasy, never ...
Views: 2042 - Feminine Power, Goddess Energy, and Feminine Essence - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2011 from Lola JonesArticle by Lola Jones, author, spiritual teacher, and creator of Divine Openings Of course, being a woman I am embodying quite a bit of feminine essence this time around. It's a joy, a pleasure, and a privilege to be a woman at this time. The feminine, magnetic, attractive force brings ease ...
Views: 2041 - How Oven Cleaning Service in Perth Can Be Helpful in Maintaining Ovens - by Submitted on Sep 20, 2016 from Ron SpencerThese days most of us have ovens in our kitchen but how many of us truly know how to clean and maintain them? Unlike other kitchen appliances, kitchens are different; they need to clean properly to function in optimum conditions. Needless to say, ovens are very prone to accumulation of grime ...
Views: 2041 - IT Training Courseware Review - Simplest Way to Customizable Courseware for Trainers - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2012 from Florencia CintrónMicrosoft Office has been utilized in immeasureable offices worldwide for quite some time now. The program has transformed through the years by utilizing online Microsoft Office courses you are able to soon be a master. You may be looking for an accounts management program something like that ...
Views: 2041 - My Husband Breaks Things When We Fight: Husband Breaks My Things When Angry - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2021 from Bentley MilesMy Husband Breaks Things When We Fight: Husband Breaks My Things When Angry Myths and Expectations about Fighting: There are many myths and expectations about fighting in marriage. Couples come into my office frequently believing that fighting is a necessary part of being a couple; that ...
Views: 2041 - Is ADHD a Myth? - by Submitted on May 10, 2010 from Carol GignouxIs ADHD really a legitimate brain condition? Or is it a made-up diagnosis used to explain aberrant behavior? Is the ADHD label an opportunity for some people to slough off responsibilities and get a pass on completing necessary tasks? Does it give people an excuse for their mistakes and their ...
Views: 2040(3 votes) - “How’s Your New Year Feeling So Far?” - by Submitted on Jan 04, 2006 from Susan DunnWhat's the pulse out there? Many of us opted for a quiet New Year's Eve choosing Mozart and a glass of wine in front of the fireplace over getting drunk, hanging off the rafters, and negotiating a statistically dangerous drive back home in a sort of mad compensatory gesture. It’s really just ...
Views: 2040 - Is There a Negative Side To All This Positive Thinking? - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2011 from Caroline NettleWe are programmed by a strong desire to seek pleasure and avoid pain. This is so deep rooted in our subconscious that it motivates pretty much everything that we do. Recently, there has been a movement towards positive thinking as a way of overcoming our challenges, and dispelling negative ...
Views: 2039(1 vote) - Is Your Passion For Life a Little Lack Lustre? - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2011 from Caroline NettleDo you dream of a more fulfilling life? Is your ability to see yourself where you would like to be less clear as time progresses? Do you think that other people are "lucky" when you see them following their dreams? It is often said that visualizing a dream is the most powerful method of ...
Views: 2039 - Learning the Hard Way - by Submitted on Nov 24, 2004 from Jamie AlbertI still remember the feeling vividly. Wind in my face, pedaling hard, weaving back and forth across the street. Using a sidearm technique, which I was quite sure I had invented, I threw newspapers the way other kids skipped stones. The perfect throw was when the paper gently landed on the stoop, ...
Views: 2038 - Striking a New Trail – Catalytic Action towards Happiness for All - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2013 from Gopalakrishnan ChandrasekaranThis beautiful, blue marble of a planet is racing through space with great dignity. Do we match it in dignity and deserve to belong to this planet? Obviously, we don’t! The reasons are clear too. Can we bring in a new dimension to this scenario? The writer has participated in discussions on ...
Views: 2038(2 votes) - Do You Feel Stuck? - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2010 from Susan DerryIf you have ever gotten your rubber boots stuck in a muddy garden, you will remember how hard it is to lift your boot out of the mud. Sometimes you can manage it by holding onto the top of the boot and pulling up as you lift your foot. This requires excellent balance and could result in landing ...
Views: 2037(1 vote) - Warning! Marital affairs can seriously damage your emotional health! - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2011 from Tammy DavidsonThe profound and powerful emotions, experienced upon discovering a marital affair, can cause significant emotional damage to the person experiencing them, if they are not handled properly. How can you handle the strong emotions triggered by a husband’s infidelity? Closing down and effectively ...
Views: 2037 - The Power of Curiosity - by Submitted on Sep 05, 2012 from Lee GerdesYou’ve heard that “curiosity killed the cat,” and for cats that may be true. But for human beings, curiosity can be a powerful enhancer of life’s enjoyment, comfort, and fulfillment. It’s a key to discovering our limitless potential. At times curiosity utterly revolutionizes our lives in the ...
Views: 2036 - The Permanent Solution to Unworthiness Issues - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2011 from Nanice EllisWhy is it that most of us spend our entire lives trying to experience our worth, keep it and prove it to others? Could it be that our concept and experience of worthiness has gotten lost in the preconception and misbelievings that we are not good enough unless we offer value through our deeds, ...
Views: 2035(1 vote) - 5 Great Ways to Break a Bad Habit - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2009 from Mark FooYes, everyone has bad habits. Whether it’s smoking, biting nails, chewing on things, or even eating too much, it’s possible to get rid of it easier than you think. With 3 key factors called willpower, determination, and perseverance, you can overcome the nasty habits you’ve developed for ...
Views: 2032(2 votes) - Tips To Boosting Your Self Esteem - by Submitted on Apr 04, 2011 from Melodie WilliamsSo how do you stay calm, composed and maintain self esteem in a tough environment? Here are some tips you may to consider as a starter guide to self improvement. Imagine yourself as a Dart Board. Everything and everyone else around you may become Dart Pins, at one point or another. These dart ...
Views: 2032(1 vote) - How Dancing Can Help You - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2013 from Richie DragosDance combines movement in the most pleasant way with music and communication, bringing cheerfulness and health. Nowadays, dancing is one of the best ways of discharging emotional stress, slimming and to improve communication between partners. Dance creates harmony between body, mind, and ...
Views: 2031 - How to Stretch Time - by Submitted on May 25, 2013 from Tina TessinaIt is indeed possible to stretch time—to make the time you have go farther, and use it more for what you really want to do. Stretching time is not difficult if you have the prerequisites: self-awareness, a sense of purpose, thoughtful action, and a playful approach. Self-Awareness: As with ...
Views: 2030 - Are you living up to your values? NLP Can Help! - by Submitted on May 12, 2011 from Nicole SchneiderMany of us spend very little conscious time thinking about our values, those principles that are most important to us. This is not to say that we don't have values; we learn from our parents, our teachers, our culture and our friends. Most of us have learned to distinguish right from wrong, ...
Views: 2030 - Boring Minds, Boring Lives - by Submitted on Jan 27, 2010 from Willie HortonOver seventy years of psychological research proves conclusively that we live automatic lives. "Automaticity" is what psychologists call our extremely efficient ability to perform routine tasks without paying attention to them. Stop for a moment to reflect on how much attention you paid, this ...
Views: 2030(7 votes) - Bring Live Casino Gaming Home with Internet Gambling - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2019 from MD Rasel MIahDo you consider yourself an avid gambler? Like to hit the crabs or blackjack table whenever you can? Well, if you are not located in a state where gambling is considered legal then you probably have a hard time fulfilling your desires. Sure, there are a number of states that have legalized ...
Views: 2030 - Holiday Celebrations with a Feng Shui Twist - by Submitted on May 22, 2017 from Pat HeydlauffNot feeling the holiday spirit this year? Feng Shui principles can help you create a joy-filled holiday season. Although our society tends to compress much positive energy (good Feng Shui) into the last six weeks of the year and forget about all of that great energy by the second week of January ...
Views: 2030(1 vote) - “Hello, this is Bank of Nowhere, calling about a problem with your account”: How to Protect Seniors from Money & Telemarketing Scams - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2011 from Gloria Hao SchneiderAnyone with a computer, an address, a telephone or a doorbell is a potential victim of some unknown entity attempting to swindle us out of our identity and money. Telemarketing scams seem more likely to target older Americans. A 1995 AARP study found half of the consumers targeted for such ...
Views: 2030(4 votes) - How to Install a Toilet Safety Rail - by Submitted on May 03, 2012 from agnes celinaInstallation of toilet safety rail is quite difficult and hard task however, it is necessary for the safety of your loved one and especially for the safety of your children. During and after the installation of toilet safety rail many questions emerge in the mind of people about its successful ...
Views: 2029 - Mid-Atlantic Waterproofing - Minimizing Your Risk of a Basement Flood or Leak - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2012 from Ricky AhujaFlooded basements are a serious hazard. They can encourage mold growth in the home; weaken foundations and structural support, and damage items and equipment. Fortunately, there are many skilled professionals such as those at midatlanticwaterproofing.com and basements.com to help you protect ...
Views: 2029(1 vote) - Using Wireframe Tools to Create Apps for Kids - by Submitted on Apr 04, 2012 from Martin MetzInstead of books, many parents are purchasing iPad apps for their children to help them learn. There are many benefits to creating apps for kids. This can be a great marketing tool, as apps often can be used alongside TV shows and other products aimed at children. As this is a new field, there ...
Views: 2029 - Depression and suicidal moods - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2011 from Huishan OhDepression and suicidal moods Have you ever been so depressed, you felt like life was bleak and nobody cared? Sometimes you do not even notice that your behaviour is actually induced due to chemical imbalances in the brain. Counselling could actually help resolve your deep set emotional ...
Views: 2028(1 vote) - The Journal and the Journey - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2009 from Kim AdesI was helping my daughter, who is in grade 11, with her assignment on the George Orwell classic 1984 and we were discussing the symbolism of the diary in the story. Now, here is a quick re-cap for those of you who read this book many years back. 1984 is Orwell’s peek into a future totalitarian ...
Views: 2028(1 vote) - Manage Stress with Hypnosis & Awareness - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2013 from Vicki Harding, C.Ht.Stress. It's the body's natural response to pressure and change. It's a part of life. You can't hide from stress or avoid experiencing it, but you can learn to manage your reactions and efficiently deal with the effects of stress. In today's fast-pace world, many people are so accustomed to ...
Views: 2027 - Worrying, A Waste of Time - by Submitted on Aug 13, 2012 from Womens Recreation, Inc.Sometimes in life we face challenges. While some days go by with great ease, others are a bit of a struggle. We can say don’t stress over the small things, and some occasions that is easier said than done. We spend countless hours of our life worrying about things that we have no control over. ...
Views: 2027(4 votes) - Connections Are Good For Your Health - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2008 from Sue Urda ~ The Connections ExpertHave you ever noticed that the people who have lots of connections to other people seem to be more healthy and happy than those who have few or no connection to others? This is no coincidence. Connections are the essence of life. At a very basic level, it is our connection to other people ...
Views: 2026 - 6 Common Shower Habits You Probably Didn’t Know Are Bad - by Submitted on May 15, 2019 from Jaclyn TengDid you ever think you were showering the wrong way? Or that your shower and overall bath process might actually be wrong, and could do more harm than good, even when under the exquisite bronze showerhead? Well, there is one way to find out. If you do any of the things listed below, then you ...
Views: 2025(1 vote) - Create Systems to Organize & Children, Husband & Life So You Have Time to Explore Your Dreams & Organize Your Goals - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2013 from Dorothy ~ The Organizer ~ BreiningerHow can I get my children to be more organized? What are some signs of hoarding in children? How can I get my spouse to follow through and clean up after completing a chore? How can I make my home office functional instead of a “clutter-catch-all?” How can I explore my dreams and organize ...
Views: 2025(1 vote) - Something for Ex-offenders to Think About - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2008 from Eric MayoRecently I was reading a few articles about pending legislation on both the state a federal level that would make it illegal to discriminate against ex-offenders with regard to employment, housing and public services. This legislation would be a seemingly powerful step in helping ex-offenders ...
Views: 2025 - Accentuate the Positive - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2009 from Jane Boucher, MBC, CSPAlways remember the lyrics from Bing Crosby's song Accentuate the Positive: You've got to accentuate the positive Eliminate the negative Latch on to the affirmative You've got to spread joy up to the maximum Bring gloom down to the minimum Have faith or pandemonium You’re on your way to work. ...
Views: 2024 - From Here To There - by Submitted on Jun 15, 2012 from Womens Recreation, Inc.Sometimes the hardest step to take is the first step. What makes that step so hard is that we have our plan down, but then we second guess ourselves. We play out different scenarios in our mind, which in turn builds fear. Fear stops us from moving forward. That is why some people cannot move ...
Views: 2023 - You’re One Exercise Away From Building Your Dream Life - by Submitted on May 17, 2017 from Drew McLellanDuring a recent trip to San Diego, I was reminded of the importance of deliberately chasing your dream life. On an early morning stroll on the beach, I walked past a surfer and said, “Gosh, it’s early to be out here.” He replied, “I have to get it in early because I have to be at work by ...
Views: 2023 - Be More Attractive Now With These 7 Easy Steps - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2011 from Rebecca MillsIf you would like to learn how to be more attractive, then you might be interested in the words that follow. Whether things go smooth or hard for you is directly related to what people think about you. Right or wrong how you present yourself is the key to it all. No matter whether you are ...
Views: 2022(1 vote) - Fatigue Causes - Why Am I So Tired? - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2009 from Patrice EvansFatigue is one of the most common complaints today. Because of the hectic world we live in, exhaustion will most likely continue. Having fatigue is not a natural state. Children and animals are not fatigued. When they get tired, they go to sleep and then awaken renewed and fresh. Most adults ...
Views: 2021 - Increasing Peace through Increasing Self - What's Stopping You? - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2009 from Danish AhmedHi there everyone!! What would it be like to live in global peace? I think it would encompass having complete trust in everyone else. That would cause us to all be working as one global entity. If that were the case, what would it mean for the world? It would mean countries and organizations ...
Views: 2021(3 votes) - Personal Development: The Ultimate Guide in 7 Essential Steps - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2012 from Myrko ThumSince I started Personal Development around 12 Years ago, I always wanted to answer one burning question: Is there a set of steps that you can advance through in order to grow as a human being? And if yes, what would be the first step? After several years of intensive work on Personal ...
Views: 2021(1 vote) - Bed Bug Symptoms - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2012 from Popa WoolseyLatest warning about bed bug symptoms and the effects of bites.Bed Bugs are small insects that can be extremely difficult to spot but can ruin a perfectly good nights sleep with their feeding habits and bites that cause itching. Worse still, these bloodthirsty little creatures multiply fast ...
Views: 2020 - Do You Want to Master the Ninja's Self-defense System? - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2011 from Jeffrey MillerIn this article I will be discussing some very important areas of study. These "gates" as they were known in ancient Japan, were the required areas of study for anyone, or any school, professing to be studying or teaching Ninjutsu. Did you know that there was a standard by which the art of ...
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